What is fufu? What does fufu taste like? All you need to know about Africa’s popular staple
Introduction
Fufu is an African-style dumpling that is most widely eaten in Western and Central African countries, each of which has its recipe. It is comprised of cassava and plantain and is served with soup.
Fufu is a famous cuisine in the following countries: Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Ivory Coast, the Central African Republic, Togo, Cameroon, the Congo, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Guinea, Benin, Gabon, and Liberia.
Fufu is now also available in the Caribbean, which we will explore later in the text because the recipe is significantly different.
Fufu is a starchy African cuisine with a doughy, mashed potato-like consistency typically served as a side dish to soups or stews. It is a staple in many West African and Caribbean cuisines. It is often produced from c...